Installation of Officers Dinner for 2018 and Awards

On Saturday January 6th, 2017 The East Franklin Fire Department held its annual Installation of Officers Dinner at the Imperia in Somerset.

During this time, the members enjoyed good company and good food, along with remembering memories from the year 2017. This was a dinner to congratulate the Officers of 2017 for all their hard work and to welcome in the new Officers of 2018. Dr. Apuzzio gave the oath of office to the new officers for 2018 and many special awards were given out throughout the evening. The following members received awards for the hard work they dedicated in 2017:

Rookie of the Year- FF Ciaran Byrne

Firefighter of the Year- Lt. Robert Jolly

Dan Krushinski Award for Dedicated Years of Service- Safety Officer George Wade

Vincent J. Sidotti Award- Lt. Rich Ries

Lou Agg Spirit of Volunteerism Award- Capt. Ryan Daughton

Kevin Apuzzio Memorial Award- Capt. Jamie Skinner

Here is to a safe and productive year in 2018, where we will continue to protect the people of Fire District #3.

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